Family Fun on the Farm

After our whirlwind, long weekend in New York -- it was wonderful to know that we still had almost a full week of vacation to enjoy, just relaxing and spending time with family. All but Joey were able to make it for at least part of the time. We love Minnesota -- and especially Grammy & Papa's farm!

Here are the boys in their Sunday best. Aunt Betsy's Bed & Breakfast in the background is where we stay during visits home.

David stays busy -- here he is putting new siding on the attic dormer of the B & B. He and Dad have put on a fabulous, huge deck, ordered new windows throughout, remodeled the attic into an incredible studio apartment for Dave, and now re-siding the entire house. Gary loved helping with the siding while we were there too.

I am so lucky to have grown up here!

Gary, the boys, and I spent a lot of time, exploring the lakes, woods, and streams where I played when I was a child....

Hanging out at Grammy & Papa's house.

Hayrides around the lake

This is Gordy's face when I've taken one too many pictures of him.

Rarely camera shy, Grayson is ready for another hayride.

Melissa and me

Mom & Dad/ Grammy & Papa

Tony & Jen

Our chaueffeurs -- Gary, Gordy, & Grayson

Grayson adopted various stuffed animals during our visit.

Playing with Papa!

The boys slept so well after all their playing.

An evening stroll around the lakes, just Gary and me.

Such a beautiful place.

Grayson helped Tony mow the lawn.

These have been just a few glimpses of a wonderful trip to the farm.